From Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to Deepika Padukone, the sari has always belonged at Cannes Bollywood celebrities have long embraced the sari as a symbol of cultural pride and elegance during their appearances at the Cannes Film Festival. Despite the festival’s reputation for showcasing avant-garde fashion, the sari has remained a staple in the wardrobes of India’s top stars, serving as both a nod to tradition and a platform for creative expression. Over the years, iconic Bollywood figures have used the sari to make bold statements, blending heritage with modern design to create unforgettable moments on the red carpet. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, often regarded as the first global ambassador of Indian fashion, made her Cannes debut in 2002 in a mustard yellow sari designed by Neeta Lulla. The ensemble, paired with her signature sleek bun and smoky eye, became a defining look of her early career. In subsequent years, she continued to experiment with the sari, donning a green Neeta Lulla sari for her second Cannes appearance and a shimmering gold drape from Tarun Tahiliani in 2013. Her 2010 choice of a black and gold Sabyasachi sari, worn alongside her husband Abhishek Bachchan, further cemented her status as a sari icon. Sonam Kapoor Ahuja has redefined the sari’s versatility at Cannes, introducing innovative interpretations that blend tradition with contemporary flair. Her 2013 appearance in an Anamika Khanna sari, layered with a baroque jacket and adorned with a statement nath, marked a turning point in the sari’s evolution. The following year, she repeated the formula with a salmon pink cape-style sari, complemented by a choker.#deepika_padukone #aishwarya_rai_bachchan #neeta_lulla #sonam_kapoor_ahuja #sabyasachi
